WE'RE GETTING MARRIED!
WEDDING PARTY
Brittany
Maid of Honor
Cierra's sister and best friend. Brittany has blessed Cierra's life in more ways than she can count and they have been close since childhood. They have shared beautiful memories, tough times, several apartments, and even their birthdays. Yup, both were born on May 1st but are two years apart. Most of their time together is spent dancing, trying out new restaurants, traveling and simply creating new memories. It was only right for her to be right by Cierra's side as she says "I DO"!
Simon
Best Man
Sam's younger brother and day one. The best Christmas gift Sam's ever received (yes, Simon was really born on Christmas). When Simon isn't saving babies, him and Sam are chopping it up over the phone about wrestling or catching up on the latest Marvel shows/movies. Sam has a lot of best friends but Simon was the very first and Sam couldn't say "I DO" without him by his side.
Keara
Bridesmaid
Keara is Cierra's sister/cousin. They grew up together but really became close in adulthood. They too share so many beautiful memories from SoulCycle & brunch, hot yoga (Cierra literally almost died), hiking with their pups, dancing and good vibes, and partnering up in spades. Keara is the big sister Cierra never knew she needed.
Jokondo
Groomsman
Friends since 7th grade, best friends since 10th! High school Football Teammate. JKon would crash at Sam’s dorm freshman year until he eventually moved on campus and they became college roomates sophomore year. #31105Crew
Alicia
Bridesmaid
Another sister/cousin of Cierra. Alicia and Cierra share a favorite moment of bumping into each other on the dance floor at a random party in Virginia. They too became closer in adulthood and vibe together over the spades table and on the dance floor. Cierra considers Alicia the comedian of the group and she stays with the good spirits.
Ernest
Groomsman
Ern is Sam's line brother (Phi Beta Sigma). They met during Sam's freshman year at the University of Minnesota while Ern was standing on a chair and professing his love for his then girlfriend and now wife Leila.
Shelly
Bridesmaid
Michelle aka Shelly aka DJ McShellen, is the sister of the groom and Cierra's soon to be sister-in-law. Cierra and Shelly grew very close when Cierra relocated to Minnesota in June 2021. She is another little sister Cierra never knew she needed and they bond over true crime reality series! :)
Jonathan
Groomsman
Sam & Jonathan met the first day of Freshman Year at the University of Minnesota during MCAE Kickoff! College Party Starters. Legendary Halloween costume champions of Freshman Year. Member of the #31105Crew
Michelle
Bridesmaid
Michelle and Cierra met back in 2012 when they both worked at a small Information Technology (IT) company. They spent several days and nights writing proposals together and also shared a lot of tears in doing so. They went on to finding new career paths but the friendship remained. Cierra was blessed to be a bridesmaid in Michelle's wedding and watch her family grow. Cierra is excited to now have her close friend by her side on her big day!
Ron
Groomsman
Sam’s Fraternity Brother and one of his best friends. Ron and Sam share a passion for service and community. They plot on a weekly basis on how to save the world!
Lydia
Bridesmaid
Lydia was one of the first friends Cierra made when she relocated to Minnesota. They clicked that very day and have been close friends for the last two years. When the weather is right, they enjoy good food, drinks, and music. Don't ask Lydia to come outside if the weather is trash, period!
David
Groomsman
Sam and David met in the Black Student Union while David was free-styling in a rap battle. True story! Been boys ever since! David is a loyal friend and true hustler. David always finds a way! Another member #31105Crew
Megan
Bridesmaid
Megan is the fiancee of the Best Man, Simon. Cierra and Megan also clicked the day they met. It must be a Taurus thing! Cierra is very excited to have her by her side on her big day and now through life to vent about their soon-to-be husbands :)
Shep
Groomsman
The Big Homie! Shep is the “Big Brother” of the #31105Crew. Always looking out, Shep was also the realtor who helped Sam and Cierra purchase their first house!